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Drug Name: SALINE NASAL SPRAY
SALINE NASAL SPRAY DESCRIPTION:
SODIUM CHLORIDE - NASAL SPRAY (SO-dee-um KLOR-ide)
COMMON SALINE NASAL SPRAY BRAND NAME(S):
Ocean, Sea Mist
SALINE NASAL SPRAY SIDE EFFECTS:
Stinging, sneezing, increased nasal discharge, or salty taste may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these serious side effects occur: frequent nosebleeds. If you notice any other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
HOW TO USE SALINE NASAL SPRAY:
SALINE NASAL SPRAY: Spray SALINE NASAL SPRAY into the nose (each nostril) as needed; or use as directed by your doctor. To use the nasal spray, place the tip of the container just inside the nostril. Be careful not to touch the container to the inside of the nose. After spraying SALINE NASAL SPRAY, breathe deeply through the nose several times to be sure the medication reaches deep into the nose.
SALINE NASAL SPRAY USES:
SALINE NASAL SPRAY is used to treat dry nasal passages (nostrils).
SALINE NASAL SPRAY PRECAUTIONS:
Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: allergies (especially drug allergies). Tell your doctor if you are pregnant before using this medication. It is not known whether SALINE NASAL SPRAY passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
SALINE NASAL SPRAY DRUG INTERACTIONS:
Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medication you may use, especially of: other nose sprays, decongestants (e.g., pseudoephedrine). Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
SALINE NASAL SPRAY NOTES:
Do not share SALINE NASAL SPRAY with others. Doing so may increase the risk of infection.
MISSED SALINE NASAL SPRAY DOSE:
Not applicable.
SALINE NASAL SPRAY STORAGE:
Store at room temperature between 36 and 86 degrees F (2 to 30 degrees C) away from light and moisture.
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